An archaic or dialectal term for a godmother or female sponsor in religious ceremonies, or a female companion or friend.
From Spanish/Portuguese 'comadre' (literally 'co-mother'), derived from Latin 'commater' (joint mother). The term reflects the custom of shared godparenthood creating special bonds.
The concept of 'comade' and its male equivalent 'compadre' created a whole social structure in Spanish and Portuguese communities where godparents had special rights and responsibilities!
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